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Summary

The Head of Finance is responsible for overall management of financial risks in the organization.

Responsibilities

• Defining business questions to be answered with appropriate analytics models, as well as identifying and preparing the relevant information/data sources for analysis.
• Drive the financial planning of the company by analysing its performance and risks
• Retain constant awareness of the company’s financial position and act to prevent problems
• Set targets for and supervise all accounting and finance personnel management accountants, internal auditors etc.
• Oversee all audit and internal control operations
• Develop the corporate fundraising strategy and manage relationships with partners and investors
• Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial performance on a quarterly and annual basis
• Conduct analysis to make forecasts and report to upper executives
• Ensure adherence to financial laws and guidelines
• Responsible for general ledger financial reporting including preparing financial statements and related monthly financial reports
• Manage the monthly financial closing process including review of all accounting reconciliations
• Perform consolidation of all legal entities and preparing consolidated balance sheet, income statements and statement of cash flows
• Oversee Company’s accounts receivable and related collection processes and credit management

Qualification and Experience:

• BA / BSc in Economics, Engineering, Law, Accounting or Finance (2:1 and above)
• MBA, Masters or Post Graduate degree in Finance or Economics
• Must be a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA)
• 8+ years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles

Skills

• Well presented, good communication and negotiation skills.
• Energetic, willing and ‘can-do’ attitude.
• Ability to analyse situations and take corrective actions.
• Excellent quality, attention to detail, & organisational skills.
• Excellent numeric skills.

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Summary

The Financial Controller will be responsible for the efforts and results of the financial department. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) in regards to all financial and accounting activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain timely and accurate financial statements and reports that are appropriate for the users and in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
• Develop, implement, and ensure compliance with internal financial and accounting policies and procedures.
• Ensure that all statutory requirements of the organization are met including Withholding Payments, Income Tax etc.
• Prepare all supporting information for the annual audit with the approved external auditor.
• Prepare all supporting information for authorized groups such as FIRS
• Document and maintain complete and accurate supporting information for all financial transactions.
• Develop and maintain financial accounting systems for cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, and petty cash.
• Reconcile bank and investment accounts; and manage cash flow.
• Review monthly results and implement monthly variance reporting as compared to budget.
• Manage the cash flow and prepare cash flow forecasts in accordance with policy.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures as required to ensure that personnel and financial information is secure.
• Report to the CFO with timely and accurate financial information
• Assist the CFO in presenting reports to senior executives, stakeholders, and board members
• Additional controller duties as necessary

Qualification and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or master's degree in accounting, business, economics, finance, or a related field;
• Several years of experience in a business or finance environment
• Must be a Chartered Accountant (ACA, ACCA)
• 6+ years in progressively responsible financial leadership roles, preferably in a Prominent Accounting Firm or FMCG, Payment Solution, Telecommunication, ICT industry.

Skills

• PC proficiency and advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point, Google and ERP accounting application is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization.
• Have  outstanding mathematical skills
• Have a flare for numbers, work well with people, aggressively anticipate impacts of workload/issues to team deadlines and have a very positive work attitude including willing to work some longer hours during peak periods
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results- orientation.
• Strong experience in financial analysis, financial reporting, variance analysis, managerial finance, financial statements, and financial modelling
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail
• Good organisational skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills